Eiki Lc-Xgc500 Multimedia Projector Owners Manual

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Maintenance and Care
Filter Instructions
Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector\
. Should the filter becomes 
clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat buildup 
and adversely affect the life of the projector. This projector has an electrically operated filter which helps you to 
replace the filter easily. The projector monitors the condition of the filter at all time and replac\
es a filter with...

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Turn off the projector, press the Main On/Off Switch to 
Off and unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
First, clean up the dust on the projector and around the 
air vents.
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Slide and open the Filter cover.  (See the right figure.)3
Put the new one back into the position until it clicks and 
close the filter cover. Make sure that the filter cartridge 
is properly and fully inserted.5
CAUTION
Make sure the filter cartridge is inserted in the 
projector. If the filter cartridge is not inserted,...

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Be sure to reset the Scroll counter after replacing the filter 
cartridge. 
Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use 
the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the 
Setting Menu icon.
Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to 
Filter counter and then press the SELECT button. A dialog 
box appears showing the Used time option and the Scrolls 
remaining option. Use the Point ed buttons to select  
Scroll(s) remaining.
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Resetting the Scroll CounterScroll...

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Auto Lamp Selection System
This Projector is equipped with 2 Projection Lamps.  The Lamp Management Function detects the status 
of lamps and shows the status on screen or on the LAMP 1/2 REPLACE indicators.  This function also 
automatically controls  the Lamp Mode when any of lamps reaches the recommended total hours of use or is 
out for the end of life or malfunctions. Projection Lamp lights normally.
Lamp 1/2 Replace Indicators
The LAMP 1/2 REPLACE indicators light yellow when the total lighting...

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When the total lighting time of a Projection Lamp 
reaches the recommended total hours of use, the Lamp 
replacement icon appears on the screen and LAMP 1 / 2 
REPLACE indicator lights yellow. Replace the lamp with 
a new one promptly. The timing when the LAMP 1 / 2 
REPLACE indicator should light is depending on the lamp 
mode.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp.
For continued safety, replace with a lamp of the same 
type lamp. Do not drop the lamp or touch the glass 
bulb! The glass can shatter...

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This projector uses a high-pressure lamp which must be handled carefully and properly.  
Improper handling may result in accidents, injury, or create a fire hazard.
l Lamp life may differ from lamp to lamp and according to the environment of use. There is no guarantee of  the  same  life  for  each  lamp.  Some  lamps  may  fail  or  terminate  their  life  in  a  shorter  period  of  time 
than other similar lamps.
l  If  the  projector  indicates  that  the  lamp  should  be  replaced,  i.e.,  if...

The WARNING indicators show the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the 
WARNING indicators and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. 
Warning Indicators
The projector is shut down and the WARNING TEMP. 
indicator is blinking red.
When the temperature inside the projector reaches a 
certain level, the projector will be automatically shut 
down to protect the inside of the projector. The POWER 
indicator is blinking while the projector is being cooled 
down....

Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning.
Gently wipe the projection lens with a cleaning cloth that 
contains a small amount of non-abrasive camera lens cleaner, 
or use a lens cleaning paper or commercially available air 
blower to clean the lens. 
Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner. Abrasive 
cleaners, solvents, or other harsh chemicals might scratch 
the surface of the lens.
When the projector is not in use, replace the lens cap.
Cleaning the Projector Cabinet
Unplug the AC power cord before...

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Troubleshooting
Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again.
– Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment as described \
on pages 20–22. 
–  Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on.
–  When the projector does not project an image from the connected computer\
, restart the computer.  
 Problem:  – Solutions
  No power  – Plug the power cord of the projector into the AC outlet. 
    –...

   – Projecting from the excessive slant angle to the screen may cause    
     keystone distortion and partial imperfect focus.
  Picture is not bright enough .  – Check if "Contrast" or "Brightness" are adjusted properly See page 42. 
    – Check if "Image level" is selected properly See page 41. 
    –   Check the LAMP 1/2 REPLACE indicators. If it lights, the end of lamp 
life is approaching. Replace the lamp with a new one promptly. See 
pages 63-65, 74.
    – Check the Lamp...